1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Zastava 750
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Zastava 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Punto | 750 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
